Taza National Park

National Park Mountainous national park protecting Mediterranean forests and wildlife

Coastal mountain park in Jijel Province protecting Mediterranean forest and limestone cliffs; hikers and botanists use marked paths to reach springs, ridgelines and sea‑facing viewpoints.

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Taza National Park
36.7002, 5.5594

How to Get to Taza National Park #

Taza National Park is in Jijel Province. Access typically involves driving from Jijel city or nearby regional towns; mountain roads require cautious driving. Local guides and ranger stations provide current trail information.

Tips for Visiting Taza National Park #

  • Plan hikes with a local ranger; trails can be poorly marked and wildlife sightings are best with someone who knows the park.
  • Bring binoculars for birding - North African species and mountain raptors are highlights.
  • Check seasonal river crossings; heavy rains can make certain routes impassable.

Best Time to Visit Taza National Park #

Spring and autumn are the most comfortable for hiking and wildlife; summer can be hot and require early starts.

Spring
March-May · 12-22°C (54-72°F)
Wildflowers and moderate temperatures ideal for hiking and wildlife viewing.
Autumn
September-November · 15-25°C (59-77°F)
Cooling after summer heat, good for long treks and fewer mosquitoes.
Winter
December-February · 5-15°C (41-59°F)
Milder mountain weather but check for snow at higher elevations.

Weather & Climate near Taza National Park #

Climate

Taza National Park's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 6°C to 29°C. Moderate rainfall (838 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 52 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
39°
Warmest Month
-3°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

132 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.4
UV Index
Low
9.8h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

96 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.6
UV Index
Moderate
10.7h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
17°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.0
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (68 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 19°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
13.0h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).

78 Very Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 22°
68%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

48 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.8
UV Index
Very High
14.0h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
17° 26°
60%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

21 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.2
UV Index
Extreme
14.5h daylight

July

July is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 3 mm and mostly sunny skies.

98 Ideal

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
19° 29°
56%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

3 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
14.2h daylight

August

August is the warmest month with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.

96 Ideal

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 29°
59%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

9 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
13.4h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm).

90 Ideal

Comfort

22°
Feels Like Mild
22°C
Temperature
18° 27°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

39 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
1.4
UV Index
High
12.3h daylight

October

October is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm).

82 Excellent

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
15° 24°
70%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
11.1h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 19°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

114 mm
Rainfall
3.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.1h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (146 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

146 mm
Rainfall
3.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
0.3
UV Index
Low
9.6h daylight

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